"Scientific Officer"

Job Description:

• Provide hands-on technical support in teaching and research environments, in the discipline field of Optometry.
• Collaborate with academics and students in a dynamic learning environment.
• Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $95,231– $100,643 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

College Services provides academic administration and technical support across UWA’s Schools, supporting academics and research students to achieve high-quality teaching and research outcomes. Technical Services delivers discipline-specific expertise to underpin teaching, fieldwork, laboratory management, research design and optimisation, equipment stewardship, and workshop support.

This role contributes to the broad Life Sciences teaching portfolio including areas such as anatomy, physiology, sports science, optometry, and podiatry and supports the curation and management of associated resources.

About the opportunity

• Provide high-level specialist technical expertise to support academics, technical staff, and students
• Support the postgraduate Optometry program, including clinic teaching laboratories.
• Ensure compliance with relevant policies, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines.

About you

• Relevant tertiary or technical qualification or equivalent competency - Experience in optics is highly desirable.
• Substantial relevant technical experience at an appropriate level.
• Ability to supervise staff.
• Proven ability in implementing a range of policies and procedures to support teaching and research from a technical and scientific perspective.
• Proficiency in a range of computing skills including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, email on online/internet-based systems.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations.

Position description: PD - Scientific Officer (522745).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Kristie Tuppin at kristie.tuppin@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 8 March 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.